Ashlee Simpson didn't shy away from showing some PDA with actor Vincent Piazza during a stroll in NYC last week. Vincent, who plays gangster Lucky Luciano on Boardwalk Empire, is the first guy Ashlee has gotten cozy with publicly since her split from Pete Wentz in February. She was briefly linked to musician Craig Owens shortly after filing for divorce from Pete, but sources said they were just longtime friends. During their day out, Ashlee and Vincent held hands, kissed on a park bench, and even hugged at the airport. Ashlee has been a frequent jet-setter between LA and the Big Apple lately to hang out with friends and family. Ashlee seems to be enjoying her new romance with Vincent, but she is also looking forward to taking on a new creative endeavor this year. Jessica and Ashlee are launching a tween line under the already super-successful Jessica Simpson Collection clothing and accessories brand.

there's a lot that goes on that we don't see so i'm sure there was ample reason. remember that they got married pretty quick to begin with so that's a rough start. as long as they are happy and they are caring for bronx in the right way then that's what matters.